Dark global economic headwinds looming

Dark global economic headwinds looming
If Donald Trump retakes the presidency, it seems likely that a wall of tariff protection will be erected quickly. (Image: Getty)
Charles Finny
New Zealanders are rightly following the US elections this week very closely. Most of us don’t get to vote, but the outcome will probably impact all of us in some way.  Exporters will feel the effects quicker than most. There could be implications for financial markets and the value of the NZ dollar.  Chinese products could well be displaced from the US and impact some of our other markets. NZ consumers might benefit from cheaper Chinese goods coming our way.  We may see more Americans seeking to call Aotearoa home.A wall o...

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